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Sociologists

Study human society and social behavior by examining the groups and social institutions that people form, as well as various social, religious, political, and business organizations. May study the behavior and interaction of groups, trace their origin and growth, and analyze the influence of group activities on individual members.

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Parachute skills

  1. Study, observe - Data (4.79)
  2. Interview, draw out - People (4.79)
  3. Research - Data (4.79)
  4. Analyze, break down into its parts - Data (4.79)
  5. Use my brain - Data (4.76)
  6. Develop, improve - Data (4.55)
  7. Compile, keep records, file, retrieve - Data (4.55)
  8. Synthesize, combine parts into a whole - Data (4.48)
  9. Examine, inspect, compare, see similarities and differences - Data (4.48)
  10. Imagine - Data (4.41)
  11. Work with numbers, compute - Data (4.41)
  12. Create, innovate, invent - Data (4.41)
  13. Design, use artistic abilities, be original - Data (4.41)
  14. Initiate, lead, be a pioneer - People (4.41)
  15. Follow through, get things done - People (4.34)
  16. Program - Data (4.28)
  17. Communicate well, in person - People (4.25)
  18. Speak - People (4.25)
  19. Communicate well, in writing - People (4.25)
  20. Listen - People (4.13)
  21. Teach, tutor, or train (individuals, groups, animals) - People (4.10)
  22. Counsel, guide, mentor - People (4.07)
  23. Pay attention to details - Data (3.97)
  24. Consult - People (3.86)
  25. Plan - Data (3.76)
  26. Use my intuition - Data (3.75)
  27. Instruct - People (3.75)
  28. Use acute senses (hearing, smell, taste, sight) - Data (3.50)
  29. Solve problems - Data (3.50)

ONET Skills

ONET Abilities

ONET Work Styles
  1. Reading Comprehension (4.25)
  2. Speaking (4.25)
  3. Active Listening (4.12)
  4. Writing (4.12)
  5. Critical Thinking (4.00)
  6. Science (3.88)
  7. Social Perceptiveness (3.75)
  8. Instructing (3.75)
  9. Active Learning (3.62)
  10. Learning Strategies (3.62)
  11. Judgment and Decision Making (3.62)
  12. Monitoring (3.50)
  13. Complex Problem Solving (3.50)
  1. Written Comprehension (4.25)
  2. Oral Expression (4.25)
  3. Written Expression (4.25)
  4. Oral Comprehension (4.13)
  5. Speech Clarity (3.88)
  6. Deductive Reasoning (3.75)
  7. Inductive Reasoning (3.75)
  8. Speech Recognition (3.63)
  9. Near Vision (3.50)
  1. Analytical Thinking (4.76)
  2. Achievement/Effort (4.48)
  3. Independence (4.48)
  4. Initiative (4.41)
  5. Persistence (4.34)
  6. Integrity (4.31)
  7. Innovation (4.17)
  8. Dependability (4.00)
  9. Attention to Detail (3.97)
  10. Adaptability/Flexibility (3.72)
  11. Stress Tolerance (3.66)
  12. Leadership (3.59)

Work Activities

Detailed Work Activities
  1. Getting Information (4.79)
  2. Analyzing Data or Information (4.79)
  3. Processing Information (4.55)
  4. Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events (4.48)
  5. Thinking Creatively (4.41)
  6. Interacting With Computers (4.28)
  7. Interpreting the Meaning of Information for Others (4.17)
  8. Training and Teaching Others (4.10)
  9. Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge (4.07)
  10. Making Decisions and Solving Problems (4.03)
  11. Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates (3.86)
  12. Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work (3.79)
  13. Communicating with Persons Outside Organization (3.79)
  14. Estimating the Quantifiable Characteristics of Products, Events, or Information (3.76)
  15. Developing Objectives and Strategies (3.76)
  1. Analyze Scientific Research Data Or Investigative Findings (4.79)
  2. Conduct Field Research Or Investigative Studies (4.79)
  3. Analyze Social Or Economic Data (4.79)
  4. Collect Social Or Personal Information (4.79)
  5. Forecast Or Predict Phenomena Based Upon Research Data (4.79)
  6. Perform Statistical Modeling (4.79)
  7. Collect Scientific Or Technical Data (4.79)
  8. Obtain Information From Individuals (4.79)
  9. Collect Statistical Data (4.79)
  10. Compile Data On Human Physique, Social Customs, Or Artifacts (4.55)
  11. Develop Tables Depicting Data (4.55)
  12. Compile Numerical Or Statistical Data (4.55)
  13. Recognize Interrelationships Among Social Statistics Or Indicators (4.48)
  14. Recognize Interrelationships Among Individuals Or Social Groups (4.48)
  15. Develop Scientific Or Mathematical Hypotheses, Theories, Or Laws (4.41)
  16. Create Mathematical Or Statistical Diagrams Or Charts (4.41)
  17. Use Word Processing Or Desktop Publishing Software (4.28)
  18. Use Computers To Enter, Access Or Retrieve Data (4.28)
  19. Develop Or Maintain Databases (4.28)
  20. Use Relational Database Software (4.28)
  21. Use Spreadsheet Software (4.28)
  22. Write Scholarly Or Technical Research Papers (4.17)
  23. Explain Complex Mathematical Information (4.17)
  24. Interpret Charts Or Tables For Social Or Economic Research (4.17)
  25. Use Conflict Resolution Techniques (4.07)
  26. Use Public Speaking Techniques (4.07)
  27. Follow Confidentiality Procedures (4.07)
  28. Use Current Social Research (4.07)
  29. Use Interpersonal Communication Techniques (4.07)
  30. Use Library Or Online Internet Research Techniques (4.07)
  31. Use Knowledge Of Investigation Techniques (4.07)
  32. Use Interviewing Procedures (4.07)
  33. Maintain Awareness Of Social Trends (4.07)
  34. Use Mathematical Or Statistical Methods To Identify Or Analyze Problems (4.07)
  35. Use Project Management Techniques (4.07)
  36. Use Oral Or Written Communication Techniques (4.07)
  37. Use Quantitative Research Methods (4.07)
  38. Use Scientific Research Methodology (4.07)
  39. Confer With Research Personnel (3.86)
  40. Communicate Technical Information (3.79)
  41. Compile Information Through Interviews (3.79)
  42. Make Presentations (3.79)
  43. Plan Scientific Research Or Investigative Studies (3.79)
  44. Plan Surveys Of Specified Group Or Area (3.79)
  45. Confer With Scientists (3.79)
  46. Develop Plans For Programs Or Projects (3.76)
  47. Write Research Or Project Grant Proposals (3.76)
  48. Develop Policies, Procedures, Methods, Or Standards (3.76)